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Assistant Superintendent in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Troon is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to join the agronomy team at PGA National. This is an opportunity to be part of a multi course operation and gain experience preparing a golf course for a PGA TOUR event. This position will provide you with a career path for growth and the opportunity to become a successful Golf Course Superintendent. PGA National has 99 holes of golf operating out of 3 maintenance complexes and is the host of the Cognizant Championship (formerly known as the Honda Classic).
At Troon, we believe our Associates are our greatest strength and competitive advantage. Whether you’re relatively new to club maintenance management or are a seasoned expert in the industry, there’s an exciting new opportunity for you at PGA National. Engage with guests from all over, providing a first-class experience and dedicated service they will carry with them long after they’ve left our premises.
Ideal candidates have a genuine passion for leadership. As Assistant Superintendent, you will be responsible for providing incredible guest service and member experiences by assisting with the day-to-day oversight of the maintenance and agronomic practices of the golf course and adjacent grounds. This includes managing the clubhouse landscaping and maintenance complex.
Ideal candidates have flexible schedules with the ability to work weekends and holidays, as needed. This includes competitive compensation DOE $70-80k
Our team has made a conscious effort to ensure strong protocols are in place to keep you and our patrons safe, so you can focus on the customer experience and property management.
For more information on our open opportunities, apply today!
Responsibilities
Supervises and trains foreman, irrigations technician and other employees in the maintenance department
Prepares weekly schedules for foreman, irrigations staff and other employees in the maintenance department
Monitors inventory of all maintenance equipment and the use of the equipment, preventative maintenance schedule, and safety training
Works closely with Superintendent in managing annual budget and maintenance recordkeeping
Works closely with Superintendent in preparing short-term and long-term agronomic strategies to maintenance of the golf course daily, weekly, monthly and yearly fertilization, irrigation, etc. schedules
Calibrates and operates pesticide sprayers
Institute and implement all Troon Human Resources guidelines
Assists Superintendent in informing members about present and future maintenance activities
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager
Education and Experience Requirements
1-3 years turf grass management experience required
A four-year college degree preferred, but not required
GCSAA Member or apprentice preferred, but not required
Must possess basic computer skills – Word and Excel
Must have a strong business aptitude and passion for the golf business
Must be highly organized and efficient with a high attention to detail
Must have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Must Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Working Conditions
Physical activity including long periods (6-8 hours) of standing, walking, bending, and scooping
Regularly to reach with arms and hands
Occasionally will be required to lift up to 50lbs.
Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and depth perception
Moderate exposure to extreme cold, heat, working outdoors, chemicals, pesticides, gasoline, vibration, pollen, dust, mechanical hazards and electrical hazards
Noise level is typically moderate to loud
Work extended hours during golf and holiday season
Work weekends and holidays
About Troon
Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the world’s largest professional club management company. We offer careers around the world at all levels of golf operations, opportunities for professional development, growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Our goal is to create extraordinary guest and member experiences through personalized service, consistency, and uncompromising attention to detail. For more information about the Troon Experience, please visit https://www.troon.com/.